Embers sparkle in the patio fire pit. Be soothed by the sheltered hot tub after travels and adventures. Wind rustles thru trees. Fire up the gas grill on the covered porch, and enjoy meals at the adjacent picnic table. Relaxation surrounds you here.

Description

Ridge Runner Retreat is a generously appointed two bedroom, two bath cabin with all the amenities you ould expect to make your vacation perfect. From the mountain view, to the gas fireplaces, to the lustrous wood throughout, Ridge Runner Retreat will be the cabin that you come back to year after year. Two satellite TVs enhance your stay, so that you can watch TV in the Master Bedroom while the kids watch something in the living room upstairs. The living room has radiant leather furniture, a stone gas fireplace, in addition to the TV.

A fully equipped kitchen awaits you, but if you don’t feel like cooking, it’s just 15 minutes to Bryson City restaurants or 10 minutes to those along the Nantahala Gorge. The dining room has formal dining for up to eight surrounded by large windows letting in a verdant view.

The upstairs bedroom has a queen bed and a private entrance to the bathroom. Downstairs, the master suite with its high ceiling features a king bed with TV, a gas fireplace, a mountain view through the wall of windows, and an alcove with a futon so you can keep the little ones close. If you don’t feel like watching TV, enjoy the home theater with music you’ve brought or one of the many music channels on the satellite TV. The master suite also has access to the hot tub on the covered porch, and a private bath. Both the master and upstairs beds have pillow-top mattresses and down and foam pillows.

This beautiful cabin has everything you need for a perfect vacation – from a fire pit on the deck to roast hot dogs and marshmallows, to the ample dining room, to the kitchen, to the sheer spaciousness. Don’t forget to bring your dog!

Ridge Runner Retreat is minutes from the Almond Boat Park, white-water rafting, tubing at Deep Creek, and hiking in the Nantahala National Forest. Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Event Center featuring concerts and gourmet restaurants is about half an hour from the cabin.

- Past Guests Love Ridge Runner Retreat:

-" We absolutely loved the cabin. It was the peaceful retreat we so needed. Please thank the owner for their extra efforts to extend the warmth and peace that only some time in the mountains can provide." - Joan

- "Everything was great. It was just awesome. It's just right. Don't change a thing." - Clint

- "It was everything I imagined it would be and more. My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time and made lifelong memories." - Elizabeth

2 Bedrooms & 2 Baths: The master bedroom has a king-size bed, fireplace, satellite TV, alcove with Queen futon, deck access to the hot tub and a private bath. The upstairs second bedroom has a queen-size bed and private bath. Both bathrooms are tub and shower combinations.

Reviews

Cabin was very clean, well equipped. The views from this property were great! We would look forward to staying there again thanks for making our stay in the Bryson area a great time.

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Thomas

Attica, US

Reviewed:May 12, 2015

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Donald

Reviewed:May 11, 2015

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The cabin was more than we could wish for. Very clean, great views, it is the perfect getaway! We loved it and can't wait to come back.

Thomas

Reviewed:May 7, 2015

Property

The cabin was beautiful. So clean and inviting. We had a wonderful time and can't wait to come back.

Bill

Gilbraltar, US

Reviewed:Apr 15, 2015

Property Manager

Very friendly staff. A remarkable view at a beautiful property. It was perfect.

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Bill

Reviewed:Apr 12, 2015

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Just a spur of the moment weekend getaway. It brought us to this beautiful cabin. Spectacular view and very nice cabin. Thank you for sharing.

Randy

Erial, US

Reviewed:Apr 9, 2015

Property Manager

The staff was extremely helpful over the phone in applying my military discount (which I'm very grateful for). The emails were received just as she stated on the phone and the process was very simple. I particularly enjoyed the call I received on check in day. Though I was not yet at the cabin, your staff provided me with helpful locations to go and obtain our fishing licenses before they closed. Extremely knowledgeable staff on hand, thank you so much!
We had an amazing time at Ridge Runner retreat (and we made that known in the guest book). Looking at the photos online when booking, I thought to myself, "this place is too good to be true." Upon arrival, I was pleasantly surprised. The home was in immaculate condition and everything worked just as expected. The views from the master bedroom and first floor balcony were absolutely breathtaking and were the highlight of many mornings here. We made great use of the hot tub, fire pit, and spacious kitchen during our stay. When we come back (and we WILL be coming back) we'll be bringing friends to share in our amazing experience. They couldn't get enough of the photos we posted on facebook. Our stay seemed to end as quickly as it began and I'll be sure to block out more days in the future. Still, during our stay we managed to squeeze in ALOT of fishing, some hiking in GSMNP, nights in Bryson City at the Grille or brewery (loved both equally), a long day in Gatlinburg tasting free moonshine, and one evening at Harrahs Cherokee. In all, we were so pleased to find a cabin where we could "get away from it all" and yet still have a ton of activities at our fingertips. I can't thank the staff enough for their assistance with booking and arrangements. There is literally nothing that could have made this a better experience...we'll see you in the fall! :)

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Randy

Reviewed:Apr 4, 2015

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Couldn't have asked for a better week in the Smokies. What started as a simple fishing trip among friends turned into a breathtaking excursion through Americas Back Country. The fishing was awesome and the nights spent in this cabin were some of the best I can recall. Thank you for sharing your slice of serenity with us.

Randy

Reviewed:Apr 4, 2015

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Couldn't have asked for a better work in the Smokies. What started as a simple fishing trip amongst friends evolved into a breathtaking excursion through America back country. Free Moonshine in Gatlinburg was a definite highlight! The fishing "cabin" here was awesome and nights spent in this "cabin" were some of the best I can recall. Thanks for sharing your slice of serenity with us. Can't wait till next time.

Joanie M

Roanoke Rapids, US

Reviewed:Feb 25, 2015

Property Manager

I really enjoyed talking to your staff in booking my stay at your cabins. They were more than willing to work with us, because it was snowing when we were coming. They even offered to let me reschedule my stay if for some reason we couldn't make it due to the weather.
The cabin and the area was beautiful, we total enjoyed our stay. I would plan my next vacation in the beautiful mountains and in these beautiful cabins. I have stayed at one of the other cabins before so I knew exactly what I was looking for. There cabins are beautiful, the website is exactly what the cabins look like.
We went to the ski slopes and snow boarded we also went to Pigeon Forge shopping. I loved everything about the cabin, fire places, the hot tub, the beautiful wood work.

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Alison

Irmo, US

Reviewed:Dec 17, 2014

Property Manager

Everyone was very knowledgable and quick to respond. Very helpful. We had a lovely time! Very specific directions were given to the mountain home, and everything was just lovely. We came for The Polar Express.

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Andy and Tammy

Speedway, US

Reviewed:Dec 4, 2014

Property Manager

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Jeffrey

St. Petersburg, US

Reviewed:Nov 11, 2014

Property Manager

Working with your team has been great, even when booking with such short notice. Everyone was polite and it was nice to hear them call when we had arrived at the cabin.
We had an amazing time. The house is beautiful and it had everything needed for a relaxing getaway.
Your website was easy to use and the cabins you offered were perfect for our needs. We were so impressed after our stay that I doubt we'll use anyone else now.

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Jerry

Spring, US

Reviewed:Oct 28, 2014

Property Manager

They were all very friendly and helpful.
We completely enjoyed our stay at this breathtaking cabin. We feel blessed that we were able to see a part of GOD's great country. The seclusion and view of the mountains and surrounding forest were spectacular. We just love the cool weather and fall colors. I would recommend this property to friends and family.

Melissa

Indian Trail, US

Reviewed:Sep 23, 2014

Property Manager

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Barry

Bradenton, US

Reviewed:Sep 18, 2014

Property Manager

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Barry

Reviewed:Sep 8, 2014

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Wonderful Cabin and great location. We were so close to all of the places we wanted to visit and could come back to a beautiful cozy cabin. What a really great view from the upper deck. We would definitely come here again.

Teri

Reviewed:Sep 1, 2014

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What can I say? We are spoiled for life. Beautiful view, beautiful dcor ,cozy cabin. The grandchildren loved the outdoors. Went on the train ride, horse back riding. We would love to visit in other seasons .

Dorthy

Reviewed:Aug 9, 2014

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Thank you so much for the beautiful vacation. I have enjoyed this with my daughter and son -n -law and grandchildren in your lovely cabin.

Sandra

Reviewed:Aug 5, 2014

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Thank you to the Clarks for sharing their beautiful home with fantastic views and a great hot tub. We went whitewater rafting, rode the train, and went to Cherokee. This was a very relaxing vacation thanks to you.

Andy and Tammy

Reviewed:Jul 1, 2014

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Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. We were here for a long weekend to relax and visit with our daughter who is working here for the summer. We all enjoyed the cabin, the view, and the area nearby. We visited Fontana Dam, Bryson City, the water falls at Deep Creek Campground. Our family has stayed at many cabins in or around Gatlinburg for 20+ years and this is our favorite so far. It is comfortable, clean, equipped incredibly well, and is so cozy. We will make it a point to return to your cabin.

Anna Maria

Lakewood Ranch, FL, US

Reviewed:Jan 15, 2014

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Thank you for sharing your lovely cabin with us. The views are beautiful. It was very nice to get away from the Florida heat. My husband and son had fun catching 21 trout at the trout farm.
The Rizzo Family

Karen

Reviewed:Dec 13, 2013

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The cabin was everything and more, a true luxury in the woods! Well supplied with cooking essentials, comfortable furniture, beautiful view! Internet access good, limited cell phone access though.
Mother nature brought us a bear to watch one night so be sure to secure your garbage outside..they are pretty smart animals! A welcome surprise for us.
The only inconvenience is that the entry gate was on the fritz and needed to be repaired during our stay and I was given the wrong lockbox code to the cabin and with limited cell service and daylight buring was a bit troubling but forgot all about it once in the cabin!
We are adventure seekers so mountain biking, hiking, ziplinng and whitewater rafting are all close by! Many pamphlets in the cabin if you did not plan ahead, we got there the final week before season closing so plan accordingly. It also was important to us to come home to a hot tub and a comfortable place to relax after an action packed day. We also took a day to enjoy and shop in near by towns.
Bottomline, I would stay here again.
Do listen and follow instructions provided, arriving the first day during daylight hours was extremely helpful advice even if all went as planned!

Karen

Reviewed:Nov 29, 2013

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Thank you for sharing your cabins. We enjoyed the wonderful views!! It was our last night here and we heard a noise outside. We saw a little black bear roaming around the property. He entertained us as we ran around from the decks to the windows to catch a glimpse of this beautiful creature. It was a great way to end our trip.

Charles V & Jill

Reviewed:Nov 29, 2013

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We have stayed in several cabins in the Smokies and this is one of our favorites! We were on the mountains alone most of the week - fabulous! We even had a visit from a bear. [But just because he`s there doesn`t mean you should feed him!] He paid us surprise visit in the evening around dusk. Love your home thanks for sharing!

Distances

Ridge Runner Retreat Makes a Great Basecamp for Your Next Adventure:
• Harrahs Cherokee Casino is a 28 minute drive, or 23 miles
• The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is a 17 minute drive, or 12 miles
• The NOC (Nantahala Outdoor Center) is a 10 minute drive, or 7 miles
• White Water Rafting is a 7 minute drive, or 4 miles
• Deep Creek in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a 20 minute drive, or 13 miles
• The Visitors Center (Oconaluftee) for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a 30 minute drive, or 24 miles
• The Biltmore Estate is an hour and 15 minute drive, or 74 miles
• Ripley's Aquarium Gatlinburg, TN 1 hour 52 Min or 55.4 Miles
• Alarka Boat Dock 25 Min or 10.2 Miles
• Almond Boat Dock 10 Min or 3.0 Miles
• Cataloochee Ski Area 1 hour and 4 min or 38.2 Miles
• Western Carolina University 51 Min or 33.6 Miles
• Tsali Trail Head 31 Min or 11.3 Miles
• Ingles Grocery Store - 23 min or 10.8 miles